Molly Qerim’s upcoming exit from ESPN has created a lot of talks in the media circle, and now First Take co-host Stephen A. Smith has hinted that a particular reason may be behind her sudden departure.

The 41-year-old host’s departure hit fans hard, and even Smith admitted he didn’t see it coming. ESPN confirmed the move Tuesday, just a day after reports first surfaced. The show continued without her, but the absence left a noticeable hole.

Smith expressed about how much the decision hurt him. “To say that I’m quite sad about it is an understatement,” he said.

He added, “Molly is a friend. Molly is a co-worker. Molly is somebody that I’ve leaned on on many occasions in the past, as she has done when it comes to me. We’ve been partners on the show for the last 10 years, and a lot of time

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